Dupler was reportedly driving a Hyundai Elantra eastbound on the cutoff approaching Rodman Slough about 10:20 p.m. when he lost control of the car for unknown reasons and hit the tree. The CHP announced his death early Friday morning.

The incident remains under investigation. Alcohol was not an apparent factor, but wet weather could have played a role, according to the CHP.

Jeremy Walsh is a staff reporter for Lake County Publishing. Reach him at 263-5636, ext. 37 or jwalsh@record-bee.com. Follow him on Twitter, @JeremyDWalsh.